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What are the early stages of osteopenia? Understanding the 'Silent' Condition

According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, over 40 million Americans have osteopenia, or low bone mineral density. Yet, many people are unaware they have it because the early stages of osteopenia are often called a "silent disease," producing few to no noticeable symptoms. Instead of clear warning signs, early bone loss is indicated by risk factors and is diagnosed through bone density testing.